Ethereum News

Ethereum (ETH) was launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and a team of co-founders as the world's first programmable blockchain, enabling smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) that extend far beyond simple peer-to-peer transactions. After transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus through "The Merge" in 2022, Ethereum now processes transactions more efficiently while maintaining its position as the foundation for decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 innovation.

The Ethereum ecosystem encompasses thousands of decentralized applications, from DeFi protocols like Uniswap and Aave to NFT marketplaces, gaming platforms, and layer-2 scaling solutions like Arbitrum and Polygon. Developers, validators, and users interact within this programmable economy where ETH serves as both a digital currency and the fuel powering smart contract execution through gas fees.

CoinDesk covers all aspects of Etherum, from protocol upgrades and scaling developments to DeFi innovation and regulatory implications. Our reporters track everything from Ethereum's roadmap milestones and staking developments to the broader implications of programmable money and decentralized autonomous organizations.

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Vidéos

How Signing In With Ethereum Allows Users to Control Their Own Data

As the dangers of letting Facebook control online identities are becoming increasingly evident, some suggest using Ethereum wallets could be an alternative to allowing users better control their own data. "The Hash" hosts discuss the concept of decentralized identity, and how signing in with Ethereum could be a significant step towards that future.

11 oct. 2021

Vidéos

NFT Rentals: Why VCs Are Backing a Puzzling New Project

Animoca Brands is leading a $1.5 million bet on reNFT, a year-old decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) that lets you rent out NFTs on the Ethereum mainnet. The project is now backed by Lattice Capital, Play Ventures, MetaCartel Ventures and five other VC firms.

11 oct. 2021

Marchés

Crypto Funds Double Weekly Inflows to $226M as Ebullience Returns to Bitcoin Market

The jump was largely driven by bitcoin-focused funds, where inflows rose by $156 million to $225 million, the highest in five months.

Par Lyllah Ledesma11 oct. 2021

Guides

Ethereum Nodes and Clients: A Complete Guide

The terms “Ethereum client” and “Ethereum node” are often used interchangeably but there is a difference.

Par Griffin Mcshane8 oct. 2021

Podcasts

Crypto News Roundup for Oct. 6, 2021

Par Adrian Blust, Adam B. Levine6 oct. 2021

Weekend Story | The Short-Sightedness of Run-Amok Regulators

Vidéos

Why Financial Advisors Should Consider Adding Bitcoin to Their Portfolios

Bitcoin is up nearly 9% on the day, and pullbacks appear to be limited given a series of breakouts over the past week.

6 oct. 2021

Technologies

How Will the Ethereum Ecosystem React to Fee Burning?

Also: An Ethereum news round-up.

Par Edward Oosterbaan6 oct. 2021

Technologies

Altair Upgrade Set to Activate on Ethereum Mainnet This Month

The upgrade represents a “low stakes warm-up” to prepare Beacon Chain developers and client teams for the coming Merge.

Par Edward Oosterbaan, Christie Harkin5 oct. 2021

A beacon light shining in a starry sky, representing Altair upgrade on Ethereum mainnet

Vidéos

CoinDesk Releases Q3 Bitcoin and Blockchain Industry Report Highlighting Scalability

CoinDesk Research has published its latest quarterly report for Q3 2021, outlining the trends driving the digital asset markets, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi and more.

5 oct. 2021

Finance